VFX and film making fees at Reliance Animation Academy Ultadanga
| Programme | Duration | Training hours | Eligibility | Total fee (incl. GST) | Admission fee | Payment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AI-Integrated Advanced Program in VFX and Film Making | 12 months | 312 | Class X pass | ₹1,41,600 | ₹50,000 | Education loan option |
| Master Program – VFX and Film Making | 30 months | 780 + 3-month internship | Class X pass | ₹3,50,000 | ₹50,000 | Education loan option |
All amounts are in Indian rupees (₹) and include GST. Fees are for 2026–27 admissions, last updated 17 October 2026. Confirm the current fee and the written payment schedule with a counsellor before you pay.
How much does a VFX course cost in Kolkata?
At Reliance Animation Academy Ultadanga, our 12-month AI-Integrated Advanced Program in VFX and Film Making is ₹1,41,600 and our 30-month Master Program is ₹3,50,000, with hands-on training in Nuke, Houdini and professional compositing workflows. Published fees across Kolkata range widely: in 2026, other animation institutes listed VFX career programmes from ₹1,18,118 (~11-month Compositing & Editing) to ₹2,90,752 (~26-month Visual Effects), and Moople listed a VFX certification (1 year) at about ₹1,20,000. B.Sc. degrees with VFX run roughly ₹3–6.3 lakh. Both of our VFX and film making routes sit well within that range.
AI-Integrated Advanced Program or Master Program in VFX and Film Making?
| AI-Integrated Advanced Program – VFX and Film Making | Master Program – VFX and Film Making | |
|---|---|---|
| Duration | 12 months | 30 months |
| Total fee (incl. GST) | ₹1,41,600 | ₹3,50,000 |
| Admission fee | ₹50,000 | ₹50,000 |
| Average fee per month of training | ₹11,800 | ₹11,700 |
| Training hours | 312 | 780 + 3-month internship |
| Eligibility | Class X pass | Class X pass |
| 100% placement support | Yes | Yes |
| Guaranteed 3-month internship with Reliance Animation Studios | -- | Yes |
| Earn While You Learn: live project on our YouTube channel with YouTube monetisation | -- | Yes |
Choose the AI-Integrated Advanced Program if you want a focused, 12-month route into compositing and film-making work. Choose the Master Program if you want more time to build a showreel, plus the studio internship. The syllabus and tools are on the VFX and Film Making course page.
How do VFX course fees compare with other Kolkata institutes?
| Institute | Programme | Duration | Published fee | Avg. per month* | Hours published | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reliance Ultadanga | AI-Integrated Advanced Program – VFX & Film Making | 12 months | ₹1,41,600 | ₹11,800 | 312 | Our fee sheet |
| Reliance Ultadanga | Master Program – VFX & Film Making | 30 months | ₹3,50,000 | ₹11,700 | 780 + 3-month internship | Our fee sheet |
| Arena Animation | Advanced Program in VFX Compositing & Editing | ~11 months | ₹1,18,118 | ₹10,700 | 246 | Arena Animation, 7 Jul 2026 |
| Arena Animation | Advanced Program in VFX Film Making | ~18 months | ₹1,88,918 | ₹10,500 | 426 | Arena Animation, 7 Jul 2026 |
| Arena Animation | Advanced Program in Visual Effects | ~26 months | ₹2,90,752 | ₹11,200 | 604 | Arena Animation, 7 Jul 2026 |
| Moople | VFX Certification | 1 year | ~₹1,20,000 | ₹10,000 | — | Moople, Sep 2026 |
| Webel DQE | Diploma in 3D & VFX Film Making | 1 year | ₹1,48,500 + GST | — | — | Webel (official site) Confirm the fee with the institute |
*Total fee ÷ months of the programme; a rough comparison aid. Peer figures are as published by each institute (see sources below). “—” = not published. Fees for Webel DQE could not be confirmed on the institute's own website, so check with the institute.
Our 12-month AI-Integrated Advanced Program (₹1,41,600, 312 hours) is priced below other institutes' ~18-month VFX Film Making programmes (₹1,88,918, 426 hours). Always compare duration and total training hours, not only price. See the complete comparison.
What is included in the VFX fee?
- Reliance Certification on every programme. The B.Voc is a degree awarded through Scope Global Skill University, with Reliance certification.
- 100% placement support on the B.Voc, Master, Advanced and Motion Graphics certificate programmes. Support includes portfolio creation and review, interview preparation, studio connections.
- Guaranteed 3-month internship with Reliance Animation Studios on the B.Voc and Master programmes.
- Earn While You Learn: live project on our YouTube channel with YouTube monetisation on the B.Voc and Master programmes.
- AI-integrated programme content on all programmes
- Dedicated full-time faculty support: access to industry-experienced faculty for guidance and doubt-clearing sessions.
- Practical lab access: easy access to hands-on lab facilities for practice and resolving doubts beyond classroom sessions.
- Industry-oriented learning approach: a strong focus on practical skill development, with 70% practical and 30% concept-based learning, to help you build industry-ready skills.
What should you confirm before paying for a VFX course?
- The total fee including GST, and what is not included (software, registration, exam or kit charges).
- The admission fee and the written instalment schedule for the balance, plus the refund policy.
- The total training hours for the programme. Hours let you compare programmes of different lengths fairly.
- Whether the certificate is a university degree or an institute certificate, and who recognises it.
- What internship and placement support is promised, and what is not.
Sources
- Arena Animation – “Animation & VFX Course Fees in Kolkata (2026–27)”, published 7 July 2026
- Moople Institute – “What Are The Fees For An Animation Course At Moople Institute?”, updated September 2026
- Moople Institute – video editing course fees page, October 2026
- Webel Animation Academy (official site) – programmes and durations
- Amity University Kolkata (official site) – admissions and courses
- Brainware University – B.Sc. (Hons.) Animation, VFX & Gaming (official programme page)
- Sister Nivedita University – official fee structure page
- Techno India University (official site)
- Satyajit Ray Film & Television Institute (SRFTI)
- West Bengal Student Credit Card Scheme
Frequently asked questions
What is the fee for a VFX course in Kolkata at Reliance Animation Academy Ultadanga?
The 12-month AI-Integrated Advanced Program in VFX and Film Making costs ₹1,41,600 and the 30-month Master Program in VFX and Film Making costs ₹3,50,000, both including GST, with a ₹50,000 admission fee.
Does the VFX course include an internship?
The Master Program includes a guaranteed 3-month internship with Reliance Animation Studios. The AI-Integrated Advanced Program lists 100% placement support but no guaranteed internship in our current fee sheet.
What is the eligibility for the VFX course?
A Class X pass. Students who are pursuing a UG/PG degree or have left college can also join.
Is a VFX course worth the fee?
It depends on what you get for the money. Compare the total training hours, the software covered, portfolio and showreel support, internship terms and placement support, not only the price.
Can I pay VFX course fees by EMI or education loan?
An education-loan option is available, subject to the lender's approval. Ask for the written instalment schedule for the balance after the ₹50,000 admission fee.
More fee pages
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